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    For Sale Mercado de Pulgas - A place to buy old things for the house!!

    I found this profile that shows all the exxclusive things that the market has to offer. https://www.instagram.com/elmercadodepulgas/
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    Economy Inflation and dollarization: the warnings of one of the most listened economists of the city

    Economist Marina Dal Pogetto expressed her reservations about the recession facing the economy and the inflation figures for the coming months. EcoGo's Executive Director, Marina Dal Pogetto, analyzed the economic situation prior to the release of the inflation figure. She expects inflation...
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    Politics Cristina Kirchner launched harsh criticisms of Milei's management in a 33-page text

    First reaction of the Government to CFK's document: "She has the nerve to express herself as if she were not guilty of anything". The Minister of the Interior, Guillermo Francos, criticized the document published by former President Cristina Kirchner, calling it "outrageous". Also, José Luis...
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    Trip Reports Vivamos Buenos Aires - The best site to tour Argentina!

    Any not well known places that you recommend to visit from any of the published pages?
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    Newcomer Best Internet Service Provider in CABA?

    I prefer Personal for phones, it has coverage everywhere including the Delta area! I used to have Claro and when I went on boat tours on the river there was no signal!
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    Newcomer Suggestions of activities for women not to be missed!

    I will keep these places in mind the next time I go to Argentina. They look very entertaining and can be done with my partner!
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    Economy Revenue signals the beginning of the recession expected by the government for this year

    Taxes linked to economic activity showed significant drops during January, the trend will continue and complicate the fiscal balance objective agreed with the IMF. Those related to foreign trade, especially the PAIS tax, continue to rise. January tax collection data reflect the first impacts...
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    Economy Javier Milei affirmed that the Government could lift the cap in the middle of the year.

    It's good to see that Argentina is being able to make a change!
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    Banking DNI Account: on which days the 20% discount applies in supermarkets

    Is there a tutorial or something on how to create a DNI account?
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    Newcomer Rip-off painters!

    Well, the second painter just quoted me more than the first! But that was someone recommended by expats, so they are probs used to charging high. Have just contacted the mercadolibre person, will see what they quote.
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    Newcomer Rip-off painters!

    I don't think an Argentine friend telephoning could help in this instance, they always come to the house for quotes. Would my whole family have to go into hiding?
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    Newcomer Rip-off painters!

    And btw, that doesn't include the cost of any materials....
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    Newcomer Rip-off painters!

    Charging $600 for a 40-square-meter painting job is exorbitant, working out to $15 per square meter. I don't mind paying a fair price for quality work, but this seems like an unreasonable and outrageous rate. I'm seeking reasonable and affordable quotes, not something that feels like a rip-off.
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    Newcomer Rip-off painters!

    Sorry, don't have any helpful friends here, can't afford those either ; )
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    Newcomer Rip-off painters!

    I've come across a listing on MercadoLibre for painters who charge 14 pesos per square meter. This should give you a better idea of the reasonable cost for such jobs. I'm considering giving them a try.
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    Newcomer Rip-off painters!

    I'm curious about the high charges for painters in this city. I recently received a quote for painting a medium-sized bathroom, mainly focusing on the ceiling and walls from head-height upwards since the lower part is tiled. The quote I got was 2500 pesos! This seems more expensive than what...
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